THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Morrison & Foerster Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that awarded a total of $4.6 million in grants to 362 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, providing funding solely through invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION ENABLES THE PEOPLE OF MORRISON & FOERSTER TO FOCUS THEIR CHARITABLE GIVING ON NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS SERVING PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH THE FIRM'S PERSONNEL LIVE AND WORK.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
EQUAL JUSTICE WORKS
Washington, DC
$1.5M
10%
MYRIAD USA INC
New York, NY
$437.3K
3%
Bay Area Legal Aid
Oakland, CA
$425K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
228
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION?
No. THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION give?
THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION awarded about 230 grants, totaling nearly $4.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 360 grantees. Recent grantees include EQUAL JUSTICE WORKS, MYRIAD USA INC, and Bay Area Legal Aid. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION?
THE MORRISON & FOERSTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.